2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
